The cheapest and fastest coaches from Munich to Lugano
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 21 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Munich to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Lugano will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.
Of the 5 buses that leave Munich for Lugano every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 309 km distance in an average of 7 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Munich to Lugano
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Munich to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £56.
Distance: 309 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£34 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price | £137 Average Price |
6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration 6h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Munich to Lugano bus times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Lugano coaches for today, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 15:20 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 6h20 | 21:40 Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:50 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h35 | 04:25 Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 9 November | |||||
FlixBus | 00:50 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h40 | 06:30 Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 changesdirect | |
51065 · 4739 | 08:00 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 12h05 | 20:05 Lugano, Via Ciani | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 11:30 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 7h05 | 18:35 Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Munich to Lugano
Buses from Munich to Lugano run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 309 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 309 km |
Average bus duration 6h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Munich to LuganoYou can travel by bus between Munich to Lugano with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Munich to Lugano coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Lugano by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lugano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB), which is located around 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lugano, Via Ciani, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Munich and Lugano
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station)
- Bavarian Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 100 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2, S3, S4, S6, S7, S8
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